news and research about Pierce's Disease

What is Pierce's Disease?

Pierce’s Disease is a bacterial infection, which is spread by bugs that feed on grapevines, particularly the "glassy winged sharpshooter." Grapevines that become infected with PD can quickly become sick and die.

Characterization and studies on the fundamental mechanisms of Xylella fastidiosa transmission to grapevines by the glassy-winged sharpshooter

PIs: Alexander Purcell

Reports:
  • None

Funding sources:

  • Funded by: UC PD Fund
  • Budget: $112,826.00
  • Start date: Jan. 1, 2002
  • Stop date: Jan. 1, 2003
  • Status: APPROVED